Yola- Travel Tips

What to See, How to Plan & Tours

Yola, the capital of Adamawa State in Nigeria, is located on the Benue River and had a population of over 336,648 as of 2010. The city is divided into two parts: the traditional old town, home to the Lamido of Adamawa, and Jimeta, the modern administrative and commercial center. Surrounded by the Mandara Mountains to the north and the Shebshi Mountains, including Mount Dimlang, to the south, Yola is a gateway to notable attractions such as the Gashaka Gumpti National Park, Sukur UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Mambilla Plateau. Its proximity to Cameroon also offers access to Waza National Park and the town of Garoua across the Benue River.